Why do men make patriarchal bargains?

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Patriarchal bargains allow men to negotiate the benefits of the patriarchal system and claim a higher status than women and some other men. This allows them to maintain their privilege and power within the system. There is no evidence to suggest that patriarchal bargains are about allowing men to be both feminine and masculine or protecting them from subordination by other men. While patriarchal bargains may protect men from the fear of emasculation, it is not the primary reason for making such bargains.

Why Do Men Make Patriarchal Bargains